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Tell Us: How are Immigration Policy Shifts Impacting Your Workforce?

On May 15, 2025 by Anna Mowry

The federal government is moving to end certain temporary immigration statuses, impacting compassionate caregivers in the aging services workforce.

Results Are In: OnTrack Pass Rates Exceed the State Average

On May 8, 2025 by Anna Mowry

In 2024, over 1,000 OnTrack nursing assistants attempted the state exam to be placed on the Minnesota Nurse Aide Registry. OnTrack learners’ pass rates continue to surpass the state average.

New Immigration Enforcement Guide: Preparing for ICE Activity

On April 24, 2025 by Anna Mowry

With new changes in immigration enforcement policies, we have released a new free, member-only resource— Immigration Enforcement Guide: Preparing for ICE Activity — to help aging services organizations prepare to create safe, informed, and responsive environments in the event of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity.

NETStudy 2.0 Offline Starting Friday Evening until Monday Morning

On April 24, 2025 by Mark Schulz

Late on Wednesday afternoon the Department of Human Services (DHS) notified NETStudy 2.0 system users via a GovDelivery message that the NETStudy 2.0 system will be offline for a server upgrade starting on Friday, 4/25, at 7 p.m. and expected to return to normal operations on Monday, 4/28, at 8 a.m.  During this server upgrade, do not log into NETStudy 2.0 until you receive an all-clear message from DHS.

HCBS Workforce Incentive Funds Remain Delayed

On April 17, 2025 by Jeff Bostic

The slow developing HCBS workforce incentive grant program, which was created and funded by the 2023 Legislature, has still not reached the point of sending money to employers, despite a plan to have done so by the end of March.

Free Recruitment Tool: Get Matched to Job Seekers with CaringCareersStartHere.com

On April 10, 2025 by Anna Mowry

Is your organization receiving job seeker matches? CaringCareersStartHere.com is helping connect job seekers with long-term care employers and elevating careers in aging services across the state.

Invest in Your Future Workforce – Support High School Students with Nurse Aide Testing

On April 10, 2025 by Anna Mowry

The Next Generation Nursing Assistant training program, “NextGen”, ends May 1st, leaving many high schools students unable to afford their state Nurse Aide exams. Now is a perfect time for employers to get involved and support our future workforce.

Now is the Time to Submit Your Data Portal First Quarter Data

On April 3, 2025 by Julie Apold

Data submission for Quarter 1, 2025 is now open through April 30 in the LeadingAge Minnesota Data Portal. Take advantage of this opportunity to track your operational performance over time and benchmark your data against others at the state, regional and other comparison groups, such as groups with similar capacity and services.

Technology Conference - Early Bird Deadline Approaching

On March 20, 2025 by Sharon Hollister

The Technology Conference is back—bigger and better! Join us on April 30 at the Heritage Center of Brooklyn Center for a day packed with fresh ideas, innovative solutions, and new ways to advance your community.

LTC Imperative Completes Data Collection to Inform Legislative Session Actions

On March 6, 2025 by Jeff Bostic

The LTC Imperative recently completed a Workforce and Financial Data Survey and a Nursing Home Occupancy Survey. Thanks to all the members who contributed their data to those surveys.

Nurse Aide Knowledge Test Now Available in Three Additional Languages

On January 30, 2025 by Anna Mowry

As of Jan. 27, 2025, the nurse aide knowledge test became available in Spanish, Somali, and Hmong, in addition to English, as allowed by Minnesota Statutes, section 144A.61.

LeadingAge Launches Leadership Diversity Fellowship

On January 30, 2025 by Anna Mowry

A $250,000 grant from the Next50 Foundation will allow LeadingAge, our national partner, to establish a Leadership Diversity Fellowship pilot program to help a high-potential, racially and ethnically diverse group of 10 fellows enter the field of aging services.

New Data Portal Compensation Data Shows Continuing Decline in Employee Vacancy Rates

On January 23, 2025 by Jeff Bostic

Updated LeadingAge Minnesota Data Portal benchmark reports are available for workforce measures, including staff vacancies, retention, and turnover.

Holiday Pay Litigation Update - Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board

On January 16, 2025 by Mark Schulz

Last week, our attorney filed an amended complaint in our legal challenge of the Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board’s (NHWSB) Holiday Pay Rule. The amended complaint included more information about the harms suffered by our members because of implementing the Holiday Pay Rule at their nursing homes.

Governor Walz Releases Budget with Major Cuts to Long-Term Care

On January 16, 2025 by Jeff Bostic

Earlier today, Governor Walz released his budget proposal for the next two years, which amounts to an extremely disappointing proposal that balances the state budget on the backs of seniors and those who care for them. The combination of impacts, particularly for nursing homes, is almost certain to lead to a decline in access due to increased likelihood of closures, especially in rural areas.

Become a Certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor

On January 9, 2025 by Anna Mowry

Winona State University is offering another round for individuals to become certified instructors of the Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training certification this April.

CMS Unveils New Program Offering up to $50k Incentives for RNs in Nursing Homes

On January 9, 2025 by Anna Mowry

Yesterday, McKnight’s Long-Term Care News released a breaking story that Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will offer nursing students up to $40,000 in tuition reimbursement and/or $10,000 outright to work for a nursing home or state survey agency.

DEED: Regulations and Demographics Converge to Create a Momentous Long-Term Care Workforce Challenge

On January 9, 2025 by Anna Mowry

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development's (DEED) new article highlights the looming impact of federal minimum staffing regulations on Minnesota's nursing homes.

DEED’s Employer Engagement Team: Connecting Employers with Skilled Workers

On January 2, 2025 by Anna Mowry

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) has launched the Employer Engagement Team to address workforce challenges by connecting employers with skilled workers, particularly in the Drive for 5 fields: caring professions, education, manufacturing, technology, and trades.

Boost Your Hiring: Exclusive Job Post Savings for the New Year

On January 2, 2025 by Anna Mowry

Post your open positions with a new member-only discount on AgingServicesJobs.org – the premier job board for aging services employers to post their critical-to-fill positions and get connected with qualified applicants.

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